Join Taj Boston for a Pop-up Rooftop Brunch and Book Signing featuring Kim Foley MacKinnon and her new book 100 Places to See in Boston Before You Die.
A featured destination in Ms. MacKinnon’s book, the Rooftop at The Taj boasts one of the most dramatic views in Boston of Back Bay and beyond. Each adult ticket includes a copy of 100 Places to See in Boston Before you Die, a curated compendium of the best of Boston, with ideas, essential sights, can’t-miss dining and more. In addition, author Kim Foley Mackinnon will be in attendance to sign books and share her Boston expertise.
The hotel’s culinary team has created a menu that includes something for every palate from omelet and waffle stations, soups and salads, raw bar display, cheese and charcuterie and more. Enjoy assorted entrees, a sushi station, and an Asian station. Brunch has a sweet finish with a selection of desserts.
By very popular demand, Porto has released a SECOND seating for Rialto’s Pop Up Dinner
Please join Porto Boston for a second seating on Sunday evening January 27th for a Rialto Pop Up Dinner prepared by Chef Jody Adams. Enjoy light bites and cocktails from 6-7pm, followed by a reminiscent 5 course dinner of Rialto inspired favorites paired with our selection of Italian Wines. Tickets are limited and are required to attend this event!
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Find the planned dinner menu below (subject to slight change)
01. Grilled Oysters
Andouille sausage, garlic toast
02. Lobster Cavatelli
red and green tomato sauce, saffron, hot lobster oil
03. Slow Roasted Duck
balsamic vinegar, braised escarole, green olives, rosemary
04. Grilled Beef Rib-Eye
roasted garlic potatoes, arugula, endive, truffles
05. Hot chocolate Crema
coffee-hazelnut ice cream, blood orange
** Please note, unfortuntely, they are not able to accomodate substitutions for this event.
Cult favorite Ivan Ramen is making a return to UNI Boston for one night only.
Ivan Orkin, owner of the famed NYC hot spot Ivan Ramen, is returning to UNI Boston for the third time for a one-night-only. Orkin will present some of Ivan Ramen’s specialties like pickled daikon XO, Tokyo shio ramen, and spicy lamb dan dan noodles — UNI’s à la carte menu offering sushi, sashimi, and street food also will be available.
Reservations are available here.
The historic Swan Boats kick off another season in the Public Garden.
On April 13, the Swan Boats officially open for the 2019 Season, bringing joy to families from near and far until Labor Day, September 2.
Spring hours (April 13 – June 20) are 10 am to 4:00 pm. Summer hours (June 21 – Labor Day) are 10:00 am to 5:00 pm.
The Swan Boats are open every day, weather permitting. We cannot operate in rain, high winds or extreme heat.
Purchasing Tickets
The Swan Boat ride lasts about 12-15 minutes while the driver pedals you around the Public Garden lagoon. Tickets are purchased at the Swan Boat dock prior to boarding the boat. No reservations are needed. We accept cash or credit card. The wait for a ride is typically no more than 5-10 minutes.
Adults $4.00
Children $2.50 (age 2 to 15 years)
Under 2 yrs. Free
Seniors $3.50
Somerville’s popular Bow Market comes to Precinct’s patio for one day only!
Precinct Kitchen + Bar invites you to join them on their patio for a one-day Bow Market pop-up. Vendors include:
- Adelante, custom shoes, handmade by craftsman in Guatemala
- Blue Bandana Relics, a curated collection of vintage Americana and quality American brands.
- Buenas, all sorts of South American goodness you can eat on the spot or take home to use in your own recipes. Think: take-n-bake empanadas, pastry dough to make your own empanadas (and other stuff), and sauces you can use for everything from roasting chicken and salmon, to topping oysters.
- In Season Food Shop, made-to-order meals and drinks, local food products, and a curated selection of grocery essentials
- Maca, chic and cheeky, regular and character macarons that range in flavors from vanilla to blueberry basil cheesecake.
- Peston, unique accessories, fleeky home goods and apparel.
- Happy Cactus, succulents, cacti, air plants, exotic plants, ethically sourced butterflies, crystals, gems, fossils and pretty much anything extraordinary Mother Nature creates.
- Additionally, guests will also enjoy soaps and creams from the Sentas Family Farm and much, more!
Precinct will be serving their regular breakfast, brunch and lunch menus all day long, so reserve your table and head over!
Join Post 390 for their “Farm to Post” Summer Seafood Kick Off Dinner.
Toast to the autumn season in true Italian-style: with a glass (or more) of wine in hand!
As the days grow shorter, farmers and artisans alike work tirelessly to fill our plates and our glasses with the riches that their land has to offer. From the olive and grape harvests in Italy to apple picking and corn mazes in New England farms, now is the time of the great harvest.
In honor of the bounty of food and drinks fall brings us, Eataly Boston is celebrating the season with a Fall Wine & Cheese Fest. On September 26, from 5:30-9:00 p.m., gather your friends and join Eataly Boston for a celebration of all things autumn.
For just $60, you will receive an all-access pass to explore all cheeses and cheese-centric bites, along with a wide selection of Italian wines. Let yourself get lost as you explore the food stations throughout marketplace, tasting and sipping as you go.
Tickets are limited, so choose the time that works best for you and reserve your spot at the Fall Wine & Cheese Fest! Tickets are available for 5:30 pm – 7:30 pm or 7 pm to 9 pm. PLUS, 15% off tickets with code FallFest15 at check-out!
Join the Fairmont Copley Plaza for an early stress-free, potentially family-free (unless you decide to invite quirky Aunt Linda), and fun Friendsgiving celebration.
Let’s celebrate with a delicious Thanksgiving meal where you let the Fairmont’s kitchen do all the prep work, cooking, and cleaning. Try new wine pairings that may bring you inspiration for that perfect wine gift to bring to your “real” Thanksgiving dinner. Come share food, friendship, and thankfulness with the Fairmont and kick off this year’s holiday season.
The five course dinner is part of Fairmont Copley Plaza’s popular 140 Supper Club series where guests descend a century-old staircase and whisper a password to be immersed into a themed, intimate dining experience hosted by Executive Chef Laurent Poulain.
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Smoked Duck
pistachio and foie gras pȃté, confit pickled shallots
Pairing: Ponzi Tavola Pinot Noir
Cauliflower “Mac” Casserole
north country bacon, vermont smoked cheddar
Pairing: Wente Family Estates Riva Ranch Chardonnay
Baby Greens and Cucumber Wrap
roasted butternut squash, sweet and spicy pumpkin seeds, goat feta, cranberry tarragon and grainy mustard vinaigrette
Pairing: Four Graces Pinot Gris
Apple Cider Brined Grilled Turkey Cutlet and Leg Confit
roasted brussels sprouts and baby carrots, caramelized organic mushrooms, corn bread and brioche stuffing, sage turkey demi-glace, fine herbs
Pairing: Bonny Doon Grenache
Gingersnap Apple Crisp
cream cheese and walnuts, pumpkin ice cream, apple chip
Pairing: Trefethen Late Harvest Riesling
By very popular demand: the 2020 Rialto Pop-Up Dinner by Chef Jody Adams at Porto Boston!
Please join Porto Boston on Saturday evening January 25, 2020 for a Rialto Pop Up Dinner prepared by Chef Jody Adams and the Porto culinary team. Enjoy light bites and cocktails from 6-7pm, followed by a reminiscent 5 course dinner of Rialto inspired favorites paired with our selection of Italian Wines. Tickets are limited and are required to attend this event!
Questions? Please contact Elissa@Porto-Boston.com.
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Find our planned dinner menu below (subject to slight change) :
01. Grilled Oysters
Andouille sausage, garlic toast
02. Lobster Cavatelli
red and green tomato sauce, saffron, hot lobster oil
03. Slow Roasted Duck
balsamic vinegar, braised escarole, green olives, rosemary
04. Grilled Beef Rib-Eye
roasted garlic potatoes, arugula, endive, truffles
05. Hot chocolate Crema
coffee-hazelnut ice cream, blood orange
** Please note, unfortunately, we are not able to accommodate substitutions for this event.
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